Vintage Paloma Picasso Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Pink Rhodochrosite Beaded Necklace

This vintage Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso necklace features three strands of polished pink rhodochrosite beads, accented by a bold cabochon rhodochrosite clasp framed in 18k yellow gold. The clasp is stamped © 1981 TIFFANY & CO. 18K, Paloma Picasso. The design reflects Picasso’s signature approach—sculptural, expressive, and inspired by natural forms—while highlighting the striking beauty of rhodochrosite, a stone admired for its rich pink tones.

The necklace measures 16 inches along the shortest strand, with the three strands together forming a width of 1 5/8 inches. The total weight is an impressive 306.8 grams, underscoring the substantial craftsmanship and luxurious feel of the piece. The clasp showcases an oval domed cabochon rhodochrosite, seamlessly integrated into the design as both a decorative and functional element.

Paloma Picasso began her collaboration with Tiffany & Co. in 1980, bringing bold, artistic interpretations of gemstones and form to the house. This necklace, dating from the 1980s, embodies that creative era with its distinctive scale and innovative use of rhodochrosite, a gemstone seldom employed in high jewelry at the time.